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The Untypical Parent™ Podcast

Liz Evans - The Untypical OT
Neurodiversity
Parenting
ADHD
Dyslexia
Autism
Education
Burnout
Neurodivergent Families
Neurodivergent
Neurodivergent Parenting
Singing
Regulation
Occupational Therapy
A Kind Of Spark
Frederick the One-Legged Goose
Books
Interoception
Burn In Model
Papyrus
Emotionally Based School Anxiety (EBSA)

For parents and carers who love their kids but feel completely overwhelmed sometimes.

Welcome to The Untypical Parent™ Podcast, a place for parents in neurodivergent, SEN and additional needs families. Here we talk about the messy and the sparkles, share ideas you can actually use, and give you space to take what might work and leave what doesn't.

Hosted by me, Liz Evans — The Untypical OT, a d... more

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When the Unthinkable Happens: Life After Child Bereavement

Content note: This episode discusses child bereavement and childhood cancer. Please listen gently and take care of yoursel... more

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The Book That Inspired a Six-Year-Old to Write

Sometimes we don't realise the ripple effect our actions can have. 

In this episode of The Bookshelf, I'm joined by author, editor an... more

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When Difference Stops Being Something to Fix

Sara Momtaz joined me to talk about her daughter and the journey that began when she was told her baby would be born with Down syndrome.... more

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What if the biggest lessons about being human come from the people society is most determined to change?

In this Bookshelf episode, I'm joined by author Elly Chapple to talk about h... more

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Cara A'Court
Writing coach and editor who works with neurodivergent writers; helped publish her niece's book
Independent / Writing Coach and Editor
Episode: The Bookshelf: The Book That Inspired a Six-Year-Old to Write
Elly Chapple
Author of Diagnosis Human
Author
Episode: Diagnosis Human: What My Daughter Taught Me About Being Human with Elly Chapple
Rhiannon Crispe
Fellow occupational therapist (OT) and co-creator of the Burn In model
Burn In model / OT practice
Episode: Burning In, Not Burning Out: A New Way to Think About Burnout with Rhiannon Crispe
Elle McNicoll
Author of A Kind of Spark and other neurodivergent- centered books
Author (Elle McNicoll)
Episode: The Bookshelf: Why Elle McNicoll’s Books Matter to Neurodivergent Families
Joanne Parry
Parent in a neurodivergent family, advocate
Private individual
Episode: The Bookshelf: Why Elle McNicoll’s Books Matter to Neurodivergent Families
Chris Braid
Host of The After Party radio show
The After Party (radio show)
Episode: When Sobriety Reveals ADHD with Chris Braid from The After Party
Ryan Ritter
Author of Frederick the One-Legged Goose
Episode: The Bookshelf: How A One-Legged Goose Teaches Kids Inclusion
Jay Spence
Co-founder of Evro AI
Evro AI
Episode: AI, Neurodivergence and Being Understood with Elaine and Jay cofounders of Evro AI
Kim Collett
PhD in inclusive education, on-air guest and expert
University (inclusive education specialist)
Episode: No One Is a Perfect Parent, Not Even the Experts with Dr Kim Collett

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Liz Evans
Host of The Untypical Parent Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • A quality parent podcast!

    It’s not easy to find reputable information but Liz has the best guests who provide so much insight and expertise around complicated subjects with such kindness and empathy. I loved the recent PDA episode and thought I knew what PDA was! But I really didn’t have the right information before. Great podcast for parents and experts alike. 🙌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sammy12344
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • A warm hug of knowledge

    Supportive and informative chat for parents wherever they are on their route through the parenting role! Always friendly and open, feels like a chat across a cuppa.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BadgerEdu
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • First episode - Great honest open chat

    Just finished listening to the first episode and it’s a great introduction to what I believe is going to be a great series of open and honest chats about life and being part of a ND family.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nexus30
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Gives careful, practical guidance for diverse families.
Listener feedback highlights warmth and trust in host and guests.
Audiences appreciate approachable, evidence-informed tips for burnout and inclusion.
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When Your Parenting Plane Gets Diverted to Amsterdam with Archie from ADHD Care
Q: What strategies help you juggle work, parenting, and personal time without burning out?
He emphasizes clear scheduling, co-parenting when possible, setting boundaries, planning in advance, involving children in the planning, and prioritizing self-care.
When Your Parenting Plane Gets Diverted to Amsterdam with Archie from ADHD Care
Q: Can you tell us a bit about your family and the challenges you've navigated with neurodivergent children?
He shares details about his son with ADHD and autism, his daughter who is neurotypical, and the ongoing planning, school moves, and family dynamics involved.
When Your Parenting Plane Gets Diverted to Amsterdam with Archie from ADHD Care
Q: How did you come to accept that you aren't perfect and how has that evolved as your children have grown?
He explains that perfection is unrealistic, and over time he learned to give himself grace, accept limitations, and focus on progress and balance.
When Your Parenting Plane Gets Diverted to Amsterdam with Archie from ADHD Care
Q: But Archie, the first question that I ask everybody that comes onto the podcast as a guest at the moment is, Archie, are you the perfect parent?
Archie challenges the idea of perfection, saying there is no perfect parent and that everyone does their best, with room for grace and self-compassion.

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The show centers on practical, compassionate guidance for families navigating neurodiversity, SEND needs, and caregiver burnout. Episodes span burnout reframing through the Burn In model, inclusive children's literature and representation, interoception and sensory strategies, AI-assisted communication for neurodivergent individuals, and collaboration between families, schools, and professionals. Guests range from occupational therapists and educators to authors and parent advocates, with a steady emphasis on real-world applications, everyday routines, and building supportive systems. The format tends to blend expert insight with personal stories, aiming to empower parents and carers with doable tools, boundary setting, and inclusive approa... more

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4. Elle McNicoll
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7. Ryan Ritter
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